"Ref 3683/24 Casual Research Assistant, Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment"

• Casual Opportunity Commencing ASAP
• Based at Western’s Hawkesbury Campus 
• $68.04 Per Hour Inclusive of 25% Casual Loading

About Western 

Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community impact. We are proud to be ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide and hold the top position in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings, with 85% of its research being at or above world standard. At Western Sydney University, we recognise that unlocking your true potential is the key to your success, just as we do for our students. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. With a team of 3,500 dedicated staff members, we foster a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture deeply rooted in research and dedicated to student-centred excellence. It's the perfect environment for you to thrive professionally. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking academic seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.

About the Institute

The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment is a research institute within Western Sydney University. The Institute conducts fundamental and applied research in ecology, physiology, genetics and global change biology. Within the past decade, the Institute has become a world-leading centre of excellence in ecosystem function and environmental responses to climate change. With a unique suite of world-class research facilities, the Institute collaborates widely with Australian and international institutions to craft scientific research of the highest calibre

The Opportunity

The Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment are seeking a talented and motivated research assistant to join our dynamic team on casual basis. You will be responsible for spatial analysis, mapping and data collection on the Quantification of carbon sequestration in urban forests research project. 

Main Responsibilities Include 

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Developing high-quality, spatial analysis and mapping of carbon storage with remotely sensed GIS and forest inventory data.
• Leading data collection. 

About You

• Proficiency in using ESRI products, including ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and Field Maps, with expertise in supervised classifications, georeferencing, and publishing detailed high-quality maps for reports.
• Strong data management and analysis skills, with experience in geospatial data manipulation and analysis using tools such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Familiarity with carbon mapping and monitoring methodologies, or a willingness to learn.
• A background or interest in environmental science, ecology, forestry, or related disciplines is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience with field data collection methods and tools (e.g., GPS, tree measurements, etc.).
• Knowledge of machine learning and deep learning techniques, such as random forests, support vector machines, and convolutional neural networks, and their applications in remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges and technologies.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative tools (e.g., Jira, Slack).
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with scientific writing and the ability to contribute to technical reports and research papers.

Remuneration: HEW 7, Step 1 Casual Hourly Rate of $68.04

Position Enquiries: Please direct enquires about the role to Dr. Manuel Esperon-Rodriguez via email m.esperon-rodriguez@westernsydney.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at recruitmentpartnerships@westernsydney.edu.au 

 Closing Date: 8:30 pm, Sunday 8 September 2024

Working Rights in Australia – Eligibility

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.